Ellensburg to Yakima: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ellensburg from Yakima?

The distance from Ellensburg to Yakima is 27.3 miles (44 km) as the crow flies. Yakima is located S of Ellensburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 35.5 miles, taking about 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ellensburg and Yakima. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.